We’re looking forward to introducing you to Oleg Tsank. Check out our conversation below.
Good morning Oleg, we’re so happy to have you here with us and we’d love to explore your story and how you think about life and legacy and so much more. So let’s start with a question we often ask: What makes you lose track of time—and find yourself again?
Music is what makes me lose track of time—it contains multitudes. Whether I’m listening to my tunes as a form of meditation when stressed or as a guide while working, the music lifts me up when I’m blue and brings me back to solid ground when I’m overly cheerful. Music is truly the best medicine, without side effects, when enjoyed at safe volumes.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I am a professional artist working primarily in oil paints and various drawing media.
My artistic mission is to depict the dynamic, in flux nature of our surroundings. In the observable world, people and objects exist in an ever-changing reality. My goal is to translate that process onto canvas or paper. In my work, I combine both real and imaginary elements. I don’t subscribe to the strict philosophy of photographic realism, which offers only a static vision of the world, nor to abstract art, which often obscures reality by focusing heavily on color and form. By fusing the real and the imagined, I seek to capture a deeper, more dynamic truth. Equally important is my commitment to uncompromising quality. I only employ artist-grade materials in my paintings and drawings, ensuring the final work is archival and will stand the test of time.
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. What breaks the bonds between people—and what restores them?
Trustworthiness, the internal glue that holds people together, is what makes or breaks relationships. People gravitate toward trustworthy characters and stay away from unreliable ones. Potentially, reestablishing trust could enable a relationship, though once those bonds are severed, such connections are not easily repaired.
What’s something you changed your mind about after failing hard?
In the past, I believed that failure was a bad thing, perhaps the worst thing in the world—especially in the art world. At a certain age, I realized that failure is a necessary part of life and a great teacher. With every failure, I have grown as a person, not only in creative pursuits but in life generally. People develop a far greater appreciation for goals achieved with great effort. After all, effortless things in life seldom leave lasting impressions.
Sure, so let’s go deeper into your values and how you think. What’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?
Avoiding procrastination. This is my core philosophy, both in life and in art. It is not an effortless process, but with sufficient planning, clear goals, and strict discipline, it is the essential guide for accomplishing things on time.
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. Could you give everything your best, even if no one ever praised you for it?
I would, yes. Doing things well, regardless of praise, builds self-confidence and balances character. In this age of information overload and oversharing, such a humble philosophy adds value to personal accomplishments no matter the scale. Belief in oneself and realizing one’s self-worth far outweighs any praise from others.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://olegtsankfineart.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcfly5776/#
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Oleg-Tsank-Fine-Art/100063485825034/
Image Credits
All original images by Oleg Tsank.
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